Turkish chemical industry news

• 16 May 2024

  Dow Expands Capacity in SAS Chemicals to Boost Façade Industry in Germany and Turkey

  The capacity expansion will enhance sealant and adhesive solutions for insulating glass, benefiting façade and window segments, with new production in Turkey starting June 2024.
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  23 April 2024

  ANDRITZ Launches Biodegradable Wipes Line at Teknomelt in Türkiye

  A new production line for biodegradable, plastic-free wet wipes has started, using bio-based fibers to meet sustainable goals and expand product range.
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  28 March 2024

  SASA Boosts Polyester Output with New PTA Plant

  The new PTA plant in Adana aims for 1.75 million tons annually, reducing import reliance, cutting costs, boosting production, creating jobs, and lowering emissions with Invista technology. Completion by Q4 2024.
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  22 November 2023

  BASF Expands Defoamer Capacity in Turkey

  New production line in Turkey boosts defoamer output, meeting demand in SE Europe, Middle East, Africa. Reduces lead times, cuts transport emissions, and strengthens additives business.
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  15 August 2023

  BASF Expands Dispersant Production in Turkey

  Doubling production capacity for water-soluble dispersants in Turkey to support detergent, cleaning, and chemical industries in EMEA by Q3 2023, enhancing supply flexibility and reliability.
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  21 April 2023

  Veolia to Operate Turkey's First Waste-to-Energy Plant

  The Istanbul plant processes 1.1M tonnes of waste annually, saving 1.5M tonnes of CO2 and generating 560,000 MWh of electricity, aiding Turkey's 2053 carbon neutrality goal.

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  2 March 2021

  SASA Partners with Técnicas Reunidas for PTA Plant Expansion

  A new PTA plant in Adana aims to boost local production, reduce imports, create jobs, and enhance sustainability, marking a significant step in Turkey's polyester industry growth.
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  21 April 2020

  thyssenkrupp to Build Second PET Plant for KÖKSAN in Turkey

  The new plant in Gaziantep will double production capacity to 432,000 tons/year, using the MTR® process for energy efficiency and recycling. Completion is planned for 2022.
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  5 September 2019

  RHI to Invest $1.2 Billion in Turkish Petrochemicals Plant

  The new plant in Ceyhan will produce 450,000 tonnes of polypropylene annually, reducing Turkey’s deficit by $450-$500 million. Operational by 2023, the contract was signed on November 28, 2018.
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  20 March 2014

  Sun Chemical to Build Liquid Ink Plant in Turkey

  The new plant in Turkey aims to boost production for the EMEA market, driven by rising demand for liquid inks in packaging, leveraging Turkey's transport links and skilled labor. Completion is set for 3Q 2015.
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  7 January 2014

  Belgium: Key EU Hub for Middle Eastern Chemicals

  Belgium's share of Middle Eastern chemical exports to Europe has doubled since 2002, driven by Antwerp's strategic location and advanced petrochemical logistics.
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  1 January 2013

  Baerlocher Breaks Ground on New Production Site in Turkey

  The groundbreaking ceremony in Akhisar included speeches, project updates, and tree planting. The plant, operational by end of 2014, will produce 40,000 tons of stabilizers and feature a technical lab.